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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Layer Cake Recipe

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This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Layer Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that combines the rich taste of pumpkin with bursts of chocolate in every bite. Spiced with cinnamon and topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, it’s an irresistible fall treat perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or any autumn gathering. Make this easy-to-follow recipe for a crowd-pleasing dessert that brings out the best of seasonal flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp milk (optional, for thinning)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Add vanilla extract and milk if needed to reach the desired consistency.
  • Once the cakes are fully cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  • Decorate with chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier cake, you can add ginger or allspice.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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